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Camponotus chilensis

Name: Camponotus chilensis
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Camponotus chilensis is a species of ant native to South America, where warm and dry conditions favour the development of large colonies. It is characterised by its dark, uniform colouring and fairly large workers, which makes it an interesting subject for observation. Despite its exotic origin, this species adapts well to breeding conditions when provided with the right temperature and humidity.

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Gatunek: Camponotus chilensis
Difficulty: medium
Soldiers: none (workers exhibit polymorphism)
Size: queen approximately 14–16 mm, workers 6–14 mm
Colouring: dark, uniform (brownish-black)
Distribution: South America (Chile and surrounding areas)
Nutrition: sweet substances (honey, syrups) and protein (feed insects)
Hibernation: no, the species prefers warm, dry conditions
Temperatura: 24–28°C
Recommended formicarium: acrylic, cork or plaster with humidity control

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Description

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Camponotus chilensis – An exotic touch from South America

Meet Camponotus chilensis – an impressive species of ant with dark, uniform colouring, native to the warm, dry areas of Chile and neighbouring regions of South America. Thanks to its resilience and ability to adapt to slightly drier environments, Camponotus chilensis can become a unique addition to your formicarium collection.

Detailed description of Camponotus chilensis

Camponotus chilensis is characterised by queens reaching 14–16 mm in length and workers ranging in size from 6–14 mm. This species typically lacks distinct soldiers – the workers exhibit polymorphism, meaning that their size and body structure vary depending on their function. Their dark, brownish-black colouring gives the colony a uniform and elegant appearance.

In its natural habitat, this species prefers a warm, relatively dry climate with a fairly large difference between day and night temperatures. In captivity, they thrive best at a constant temperature of 24–28°C and low but controlled humidity. Camponotus chilensis does not require typical hibernation, so it remains active throughout the year, which allows for continuous observation of their life in a formicarium.

Advantages of breeding Camponotus chilensis

Distinctive appearance: The uniform dark colouring and large size of the workers make the colony look truly impressive.
No hibernation: These ants remain active throughout the year, allowing for continuous observation of colony development.
Easy diet: They readily accept both sweet substances (water with honey, syrups) and protein in the form of feed insects, which makes feeding them easy.
Drier conditions: A drier microclimate is conducive to the development of this species, which can be an advantage for breeders who prefer formicaria with lower humidity.

Cechy Camponotus chilensis

Worker polymorphism – Although there is no typical soldier caste, workers vary in size, which affects the division of labour in the colony – from foraging to caring for offspring.
High activity – These ants are highly mobile, especially during the warmer parts of the day, which makes for an interesting spectacle when feeding or exploring the formicarium.
Resilience – Originating from regions with variable climatic conditions, Camponotus chilensis is characterised by fairly good resilience to minor fluctuations in temperature and humidity.
No hibernation – Unlike some European Camponotus species, this species does not need to hibernate, which simplifies maintaining a constant life cycle throughout the year.

Do you dream of introducing a touch of Chilean flair to your colony? Camponotus chilensis is the perfect choice for enthusiasts who want to observe the life of large and distinctive ants in slightly drier conditions. Ensure the right temperature and gentle humidity control, and these beautiful insects will reward you with dynamic growth and fascinating social behaviour. Don’t delay – order your colony today and discover a unique microcosm straight from South America!